Blogs

Flu vaccine: The key to preparing ... General Health, Primary Care, Family Medicine
In New Orleans, we prepare for all sorts of things, from family brunches and parades with our krewe to summer heat and hurricanes. It’s important to ...
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Celebrate National Rehabilitation ... Rehabilitative Services, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy
From Sept. 18 through Sept. 24, we’re celebrating the positive impact of East Jefferson General Hospital rehabilitation professionals. The National ...
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It’s National Immunization ... Primary Care, Wellness, Family Medicine
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, making it a great time to check if your entire family is current on vaccines. The awareness month was ...
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During National Breastfeeding ... Women's Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Postpartum, Pregnancy, EJGH Womens Health
August is National Breastfeeding Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and ways to support breastfeeding moms. If ...
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It’s that time again! Here are the ... Parenting, Primary Care, Family Medicine
Whether your little ones are ducking their heads under the covers to avoid going back to school or you have kids who can’t wait, you can help your ...
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Busting the myth: There’s no ... Cardiovascular Care, Heart & Vascular
You might think of heart disease as something only older adults experience. While it’s true that heart health issues are more common as we age, heart ...
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World Blood Donor Day: Have you ... Community, Blood Bank
Every two seconds in the United States, someone needs a platelet or whole blood transfusion. To celebrate World Blood Donor Day this month, will you ...
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Cancer survivors, we’re celebrating ... Cancer Care, Support Services, Oncology
The topic of cancer isn’t always a positive one, but think about something amazing—there are millions of cancer survivors in the United States alone. ...
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Hormonal imbalance in women: hot ... Women's Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Healthy Aging, EJGH Womens Health
Hormone levels rise and fall during many stages of life for women, including pregnancy and menopause, causing uncomfortable and just plain annoying ...
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Put your best foot forward with a ... Diabetes, Wound Care, Hyperbaric Medicine Center
If you have diabetes, managing your blood sugar levels can help you keep your sweet feet healthy. Still, even with careful monitoring, diabetes can ...
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Focus on all aspects of health for ... Women's Health, Cancer Care, Wellness, Behavioral Health, EJGH Womens Health
You take on numerous responsibilities every day, including taking care of loved ones. Now it’s time to prioritize yourself with self-care. May is ...
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Due for your first pelvic exam? ... Women's Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, PCP, EJGH Womens Health
Nobody goes into their appointment for a first pelvic exam excited to be there. Knowing what to expect at this appointment can help you find a sense ...
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